Macbeth

Why does Macbeth fear Banquo?

Act 3 - Scene 1

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Macbeth fears that the witches' prophecy will also come true for Banquo, making his children kings. He feels that as long as Banquo is alive to bear children, his own kingship will be threatened.

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Macbeth fears that the witches' prophecy will also come true for Banquo, making his children kings. He feels that as long as Banquo is alive to bear children, his own kingship will be threatened.